Orange-breasted Trogon @ Fraser's Hill, Pahang, Malaysia

Orange-breasted Trogon (Harpactes oreskios) is a colorful, very active and attractive bird among few hundred species of birds can be found in Fraser's Hill, Pahang, Malaysia. Orange-breasted Trogon can be found at the mid-hill, along the forest edges. The bird is rarely sighted at the hill top due to higher elevation. 

Fraser's Hill is definitely one of the best birding destinations in Malaysia and in Asia as it is a residence to many exotic birds. The hill covers a large area of tropical rain forest, waterfalls, trekking and streams. There are abundant accommodations, food and recreational activities provided at the Hill. It can be reached in approximately two hours from Kuala Lumpur by car.

Fraser's Hill has the largest bird population and varieties. It certainly entices many birders from all over the world to be there. The main target birds in Fraser's Hill include different types laughingthrush, hornbills, broadbills, cuckoos, flycathers, woodpackers, barbets, babblers, Niltavas, Minivets and Trogons just to name a few. 

As part of it's promotion and global recognition, Fraser's Hill holds Fraser's Hill International Bird Race annually. The hill is truly a heaven for bird and nature lovers.